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David Baer Obituary
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. — David Baer, 57, of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015.
Born on Jan. 5, 1958, in Nanticoke, David was a son of Shirley Carey, of Nanticoke, and the late Glenn Baer, Benton. He graduated from Nanticoke High School in 1976.
David was the beloved husband of 37 years to Susan Caruso Baer; loving father of sons, Jason, and his wife, Aimee, Old Bridge, New Jersey, Jeremy, and his wife, Samantha, Northport, Alabama. He is also survived by granddaughter, Ava Grace Baer, Northport; brother, Jeff Carey and wife, Lisa, Forty Fort; sisters, Judy Delaney, Nanticoke, Nancy Carey Mesh, Wilkes-Barre, Debbie Herman and husband, Paul, Huntington Mills, Donna Green and husband, Scott, Harrisburg, and Glenda, Benton.
David was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard, 109th Field Artillery Regiment, Kingston. During his 20 years of service, David was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, the Pennsylvania National Guard Gen. Thomas J. Stewart Medal, the Pennsylvania National Guard MG Thomas R. White Jr. Medal and the Pennsylvania Governor's Unit Citation. David was a member of the F&AM Masonic Lodge #332 in Nanticoke, where he held an appointed chair and was also an active visitor of the Panama City Beach Lodge #358.
David was a retiree of Procter and Gamble, Mehoopany, and his family previously resided on Prospect Street, Nanticoke.
David and Susan recently retired and relocated to Panama City Beach from Nanticoke, in order to enjoy the weather and the beach. David had become accustomed to gulf seafood, southern hospitality and country music. David loved to fish and bike, and he was an avid photographer. He was loved by all of his family and will be deeply missed.
A memorial Mass will be held to celebrate his life 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in St. Faustina Parish Annex, 1030 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. All are welcome to attend.
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Memories and Condolences
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Joel,Lynnette, Aimee & Rachel Kislin
December 18, 2015
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. Will always remember the fun and laughs we had during wrestling seasons. Thoughts and prayers for Sue,Jason and Jeremy during this difficult time.
BECKY HERMAN
December 6, 2015
WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DAVID'S SUDDEN PASSING ! GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME ! AND MAY HE GIVE YOU ALL THAT YOU NEED TO GET THROUGH THIS
Joel, Lynnette, Aimee, and Rachel Kislin
December 5, 2015
Sue,Jason,and Jeremy. I have no words to say to you about your Husband and Father and Someone I can Honestly my Friend. Dave was a big help to the Wrestling Program when you wrestled at Nanticoke. He was very proud of both of you. I'm very sorry that I can't be there with you, but I believe you know why. If there is "ANYTHING" I could do for any of you please don't hesitate to call me. G-d bless you, and may David rest in Piece.
November 25, 2015
Sorry to hear of Daves passing. He always made himself available when help was needed at P&G. He was a great man
Jeff Cox and family
November 24, 2015
To David's family....sorry for your loss.
David was a classmate; he was good company.
Catherine Abberton
Jerry O
November 24, 2015
So sorry about the loss of such a good man. I had worked with Dave for many years @ PG...and he truly was a skilled and talented individual. May his soul Rest in Peace in the care of God our Father!
Jerry O
Dawn & Mike Faldowski
November 24, 2015
Dear Sue there are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Hold tight to the memories of Dave as a wonderful Husband, Father, and Grandfather and celebrate his life. So sorry we will not be in town for his service but know we are thinking of you and your family and praying for you. We may be miles away but we will be holding you in ours hearts.
JR
November 24, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. I am very saddened by the news. I worked with Dave in Mehoopany. What a great guy and family man. Dave will be missed.
Susan Gromkoski
November 24, 2015
Sue and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Andy Benninger
November 24, 2015
I worked with Dave on the Mehoopany Site Lube team. I owe all that I know about lube to him. I am so sorry for your family's loss. I enjoyed every moment working with him. Not only was he my mentor, he was my friend. - Semper FI David
Keith Bartle
November 23, 2015
I knew David through the lodge.very nice man you will be missed. Sorry for your lose.
Cindy,Steve &Jennie Donlin
November 23, 2015
Dear Sue and Family so sorry to hear of Daves passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Turoski
November 23, 2015
I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your dad Jeremy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
James Crabbe
November 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was a wonderful, passionate, generous co worker and friend. May you cherish his every memory
Janet Mazur
November 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard Williams
November 23, 2015
To light his way to be with the Great Architect. I never had the opportunity to serve with David or sit with him in Lodge........as a Brother he will be missed
mark karpov
November 23, 2015
I am so very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man!
Kristie Tunnicliff
November 23, 2015
I had the pleasure of knowing Dave through work. He had helped me numerous times with actives for our site's fitness center, he not only cared about his health but also improving the health of others! Saddened to hear the news of his passing, my thoughts are with all who loved and knew him during this difficult time.
November 22, 2015
Sorry for your loss Sue, Jason and Jeremy. He was such a wonderful man and so well liked by so many. Ours hearts break for you at his passing.
Betsy and Chuck Lamoreaux
Don and Linda Malkemes
November 22, 2015
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Just wanted to let you know the family will be in our prayers.
He is a great friend and co- worker and a guy that you could rely on to always help you.
KM
November 22, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Deborah Miglionico
November 22, 2015
So saddened by the news of Dave's passing. Dave had such wonderful plans for his retirement in Florida and I am glad he was able to fulfill his wish. Working with Dave for many years was a pleasure, always kind and full of knowledge he loved to share..My thoughts and prayers are with all his loved ones at this time.
Deborah Miglionico
Walter Pascoe
November 22, 2015
So Sorry for your loss. God bless you Dave. Grew up with David Always positive,always a smile. R.I.P. Dave R.I.P
Michael & Suzanne Bernatovich
November 22, 2015
We were deeply saddened to here about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cindy Danielowicz Hennan
November 22, 2015
My heart is heavy with the news of David passing. My sympathy to Susan and the families.
We shared many good times together with Susan on Noble Street in Nanticoke & I had the pleasure of meeting David through Susan. My sister loved David & I am sure she welcomes his company in heaven.
Love to all.
Nancy Mesh
November 22, 2015
There was a time when the 3 of us were always together those memories I will always carry in my mind . I'll miss u forever. Lil fuzzy bear
November 22, 2015
Susan & Family
So sorry for your loss
Rose& Rich
Joyce insurance Group
Sandra Sykes
November 22, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the family. I used to work at the plant and loved to speak with Dave about photography and how he planned on selling his photos on the Blue Ridge Parkway. May your memories of Dave bring you peace.
November 22, 2015
We would like to register our support for the Baer Family during this time of need!
EN AVANT
Denise and Gail Vonderheid
Killeen Texas
Nancy Mesh
November 22, 2015
Dave there was a time when the 3 of us were never apart. I will always have some of the best memories of that. I'll always miss u. Lil fuzzy baer
Dale Pretulak
November 22, 2015
R.I.P Dave, I will always have good memories of the times we had in school. You will be missed. Dale Pretulak
Nancy Mesh
November 22, 2015
Miss u david. Fuzzy bear
November 22, 2015
Susan and Family,
So very sorry for your loss
Rose & Rich
Joyce insurance Group
November 22, 2015
RIP DAVE,
I SERVED WITH HIM IN THE 109TH.
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.
KEN KARASEK
Pamela Coledo (Briggs )
November 21, 2015
Rest in Peace David, I have lots of great memories from school ,fly high.
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